Senior Open Pit Mining Engineer

Opportunity

Our client operates one of Australia's most unique mining assets and is seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer. Working closely with the current Mining Manager, you will be mentored from day one, gaining exposure to the operational, leadership, commercial and statutory responsibilities required to transition into a site leadership role by 2028.

Q. Why do I need a Quarry Manager Certificate?

A. This is a prerequisite for a role designed to develop the successful candidate into the Mining Manager's successor.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Clear succession pathway
• Direct mentoring from an experienced site leader
• Exposure to operational and statutory management responsibilities
• Opportunity to influence mine planning, production and contractor performance
• FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth
• Initial contract engagement with a defined pathway to permanent employment

What we're looking for:

This is not a role for someone whose experience has primarily been mine planning and technical office-based functions.

You will demonstrate:

• Strong open pit operational and supervisory experience
• Experience managing Leading Hands, Supervisors and Contractors
• Ability to identify safety gaps, operational risks and improvement opportunities
• Experience with QA/QC protocols and performance management in drilling and blasting operations
• Knowledge of ICAM investigations, SOPs and Take 5 Risk Assessments
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness and cost optimisation experience

Essential requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering
• Current Quarry Manager Certificate (mandatory)
• Strong mine planning and scheduling capability
• Proven drill and blast design experience
• Experience with Surpac, MinSched, MPX and related mining software

Candidates seeking permanency from the outset are encouraged to apply and will be considered if their experience and suitability strongly align with the position.

Unfortunately, MPI are only able to consider people with appropriate and relevant experience, and who are either Australian Permanent Residents or have the necessary permits to work in Australia and whom are currently in Australia.